Question

what is the role of epiglottis in breathing and swallowing?​

Answer 1

When we breathe, the epiglottis moves to allow air into the lungs. When we eat, the epiglottis covers the top of the windpipe, so that food goes into the swallowing tube (esophagus), and not into the lungs.

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Answer 2

Answer:

When we breath, epiglottis moves to allow air into the lungs. When we eat, the epiglottis covers the top of the windpipe, so that wind goes into the swallowing tube(esophagus), and not into the lungs.

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